Puerto Rico housing affordability declines amid rising prices, tariffs
June 4, 2025
Estudios Técnicos Inc.’s index shows steep drop as new home prices climb and interest rates stay high. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s aging population hits 770,861 as challenges intensify
May 8, 2025
One in four Puerto Ricans is 65 or older, raising concerns over poverty, health care and housing. #NewsismyBusiness
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New US tariffs raise concerns, opportunities for Puerto Rico’s economy
April 4, 2025
An analysis by Estudios Técnicos Inc. concludes that the implications for Puerto Rico are “multifaceted.” #NewsismyBusiness
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Study: Puerto Rico women face ongoing economic, social challenges
April 1, 2025
Despite progress in some indicators, data shows that women in Puerto Rico continue to face significant inequalities. #NewsismyBusiness
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Estudios Técnicos, 360ONE partner to offer specialized services
March 31, 2025
The companies will jointly offer a comprehensive approach to the business market, government, cooperatives and nonprofits. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s agricultural biotech sector generates $284M
March 27, 2025
The sector employed 2,906 individuals with average salaries three times higher than the regional median. #NewsismyBusiness
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Low incomes, high home prices still make owning a home challenging
March 3, 2025
Estudios Técnicos said the mortgage rate drop has only “slightly diminished” the affordability problem in the market. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico faces economic, social challenges in 2025-2029
January 31, 2025
Puerto Rico stands at a crossroads, facing a clash of economic, social, and environmental pressures. #NewsismyBusiness
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Environment of ‘moderate financial fragility’ persists in Puerto Rico
December 20, 2024
The Consumer Financial Fragility Index shows a deterioration this year, while low unemployment and growth in real income offset the increase in loan delinquencies and personal bankruptcies. #NewsismyBusiness
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Index: Puerto Rico’s housing affordability continues to deteriorate
September 11, 2024
The affordability problem worsened in the first quarter, which is attributed to the increase in the price of housing and high mortgage interest rates. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s credit unions maintain asset quality despite economic uncertainty
June 27, 2024
The Credit Union Industry Financial Stability Index, prepared by Estudios Técnicos, reflects improvement in 2024. #NewsismyBusiness
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Study: Puerto Rico’s insurance industry grows despite economic challenges
March 24, 2023
The insurance industry’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reached $1.45 billion in fiscal year 2021, representing 28% of the financial sector’s GDP.
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Study: Pandemic boosted internet use in Puerto Rico, but gap remains
February 1, 2023
People 55+ in Puerto Rico are still lagging in internet access, which limits them from receiving services.
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Report: Puerto Rico needs economic plan to benefit from US nearshoring policy
January 25, 2023
Puerto Rico has competitive advantages that could make it a very attractive place for companies that return their manufacturing processes to the United States.
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Indulac, Estudios Técnicos appoint new executives
November 8, 2022
This edition of Climbing the Corporate Ladder includes appointments of executives in Puerto Rico’s dairy and economic sectors.
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